2008 BMW 545 vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 545 | 208 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |