1977 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 928. (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 928. (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 928. 1977 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 928 | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Porsche | Ferrari |
| Model | 928 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 86 L |
