1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. Both 1968 BMW 2002 and 1989 Ferrari 208 are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 2002 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 120 L |
