1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 1992 Porsche 965 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 965 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 308 | 965 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |