2005 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1987 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | 208 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |