1991 BMW Z1 vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1991 BMW Z1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1991 BMW Z1. 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW Z1 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z1 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
