1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 308 is newer by 1 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 335 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1502 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1265 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 140 L |
