2008 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
