1995 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 9 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 220 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 330 | 208 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |