2008 BMW 523 vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 523 | 308 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |