1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 208 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 208 | 965 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |