2008 BMW 328 vs. 1981 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1981 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
