1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 2010 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 308 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
