1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316. 2009 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2009 BMW 316 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 308 | 316 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |