2009 BMW 530 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1986 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 530 (481 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 530 | 208 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 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 | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |