1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 308 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2885 mm |
