2006 BMW 523 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1982 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 523 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 227 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 | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
