2005 BMW 316 vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 29 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 134 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 316 | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 316 | 308 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |