1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 30 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), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 315 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 308 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 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 | 1275 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
