2009 BMW 323 vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 is newer by 26 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1983 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 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 323 | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 323 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| 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 | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
