1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 308 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
