1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 BMW 530

To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1982 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Ferrari 208 2011 BMW 530
Make Ferrari BMW
Model 208 530
Year Released 1982 2011
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1990 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66.8 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4899 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 70 L


 

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