2009 Acura TSX vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 36 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 922 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, 2009 Acura TSX (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Acura | BMW |
| Model | TSX | 1502 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
