1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 16 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 600 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1502 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
