1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 37 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 318 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Ferrari 308 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 308 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1976 | 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 | 247 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |