1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208.
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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735. 1996 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 208 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 85 L |
