1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 23 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 180 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
