2008 BMW 118 vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 118 | 308 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
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 | 141 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |