1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 208 is newer by 10 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 375 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, 1983 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1502 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
