1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 25 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 208 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
