1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 320 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 208 | 320 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 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 | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |