1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 305 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, 2011 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2011 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 308 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |
