1998 BMW 318 vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 1998 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
