2000 Audi A8 vs. 1974 BMW 1502
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 26 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 885 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1974 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
