1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 758 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 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. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 308 | ActiveHybrid 7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2979 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 | 7700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
