1976 BMW 628 vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 628 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
