2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
