2007 BMW M vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M | 208 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |