2007 BMW 118 vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 118 | 308 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |