1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 38 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 470 kg more 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 308 | 328 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |