2008 BMW 135 vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 135 | 208 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |