1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 610 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
Make | Avanti | BMW |
Model | Avanti | 1502 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |