1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (221 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944.
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, 1985 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 308 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
