1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 25 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1465 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Turbo | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 50 L |
