2006 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1989 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 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 330 | 208 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |