1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 308 | 944 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |