1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 208 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. Both 1971 BMW 2002 and 1984 Ferrari 208 are equipped with a 1,990 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 2002 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 74 L |
