1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 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.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari 308 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 308 | 911 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |