1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 308 | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |