1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1963 BMW 502
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1963 BMW 502 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Junior | 502 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |