2001 BMW 735 vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,429 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 308. (255 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308. 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, 2001 BMW 735 (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 735 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
