1985 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 217 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 208 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 208 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 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 | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
