1954 BMW 340 vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 340 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1954 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1954 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 340 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
