2009 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 26 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 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 2009 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. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| 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 | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
