2009 BMW 125 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 27 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 90 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 125 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
