2008 BMW 320 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 26 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 (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1305 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 | 63 L | 74 L |
