1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 660 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, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1502 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 119 L |
