1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 308 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
