1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 308.
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, 2010 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 308 | 335 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |