2009 BMW M3 vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 208 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |