1974 BMW 1502 vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 30 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 910 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1502 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
