1973 Ferrari 246 vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 1984 Porsche 944 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 944 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 246 | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 246 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
