1995 BMW 520 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1995 BMW 520 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1982 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 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 520 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 520 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 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 Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
