2009 BMW 318 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
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 318 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 318 | 208 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |