1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 22 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 525 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1502 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1455 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 |
