1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 31 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 23 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 436 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308. 2011 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. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 308 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 308 | 525 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |