1990 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 3 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1987 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
