2003 BMW M3 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 21 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
