2008 BMW 523 vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 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 55 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523. 2008 BMW 523 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 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 523 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 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 | 1500 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
