2007 BMW 118 vs. 1980 Ferrari 312
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 312.
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. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1980 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 118 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 12300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
