2009 Audi A8 vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
