2005 Acura CL vs. 1974 BMW 1502
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 31 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 650 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1974 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | CL | 1502 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
