1986 BMW M3 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 4 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
