2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1974 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1974 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
