1991 BMW 316 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1991 BMW 316 is newer by 5 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1991 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 316 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 316 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| 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 | 1310 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
