2008 BMW 116 vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 24 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 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 116 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
