1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1060 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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1502 | S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
