1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308. 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, 2004 BMW 645 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308. 2004 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 308 | 645 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |