1983 BMW 323 vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 BMW 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1983 BMW 323. 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
