1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 38 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 131 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 308 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| 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 | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
