2005 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 21 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
