1993 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 325 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1974 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
