2009 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
