2006 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 330 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
