2009 BMW 745 vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1976 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
