1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
