2007 BMW 328 vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
