2009 BMW 550 vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1984 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | 208 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |