1984 BMW 323 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1984 BMW 323. 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
