2007 BMW 320 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 198 kg more 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 320 | 208 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 242 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 Weight | 1430 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |