1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208. 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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 208 | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 208 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |