2008 BMW 550 vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 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, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308. 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 550 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
