1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 308 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 308 | 525 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |