2006 BMW 318 vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 318 | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 318 | 208 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1305 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 |