2004 BMW 730 vs. 1974 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2004 BMW 730 is newer by 30 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 425 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308. 2004 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 1974 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 730 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
