2009 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1990 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
