2007 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 31 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 32 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
