2007 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1987 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1987 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 120 L |
