1964 BMW 700 vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 700 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
