1991 Acura Legend vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 18 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 2,673 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura Legend (160 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura Legend weights approximately 620 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, 1991 Acura Legend (220 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm). This means 1991 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | Legend | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
