1976 Ferrari 306 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 306 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 306. (241 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 306. (265 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 306 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 306 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1815 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
