1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1974 BMW 1502
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 13 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 250 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1974 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
