1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 27 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 308 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
