1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 16 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Pickster | 208 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
