1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 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.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 1999 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 308 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
