2005 Audi A8 vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 32 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
