1994 BMW 520 vs. 1987 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 7 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 106 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 264 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 1987 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 520 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
