1972 BMW 3 vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,003 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. 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, 1972 BMW 3 (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 3 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
