1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1502 | 375 Indy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
