1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 649 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 208 | M3 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |