1991 Audi 100 vs. 1974 BMW 1502
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 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 Audi 100 (264 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1974 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
