2003 BMW 645 vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1989 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 208. 2003 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 645 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
