1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1990 BMW Z1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1.
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, 1990 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW Z1 | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | Z1 | 208 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |