2004 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 15 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |
