1998 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 1998 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
