2008 BMW 130 vs. 1984 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1984 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 130 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
