1996 BMW 528 vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 13 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 528 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
