1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 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 ActiveHybrid 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 weights approximately 615 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.
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 5 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 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 ActiveHybrid 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Ferrari 308 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 308 | ActiveHybrid 5 |
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 | 296 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 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |