1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 208 | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 321 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 - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |