1998 BMW 318 vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 16 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
