1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2001 BMW Z8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1986 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, 2001 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 208 | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |
