2009 BMW 650 vs. 1980 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1980 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 650 | 308 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |