2006 BMW 116 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 24 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 116 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
