1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 308 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
