1991 BMW M12 vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M12 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
