1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 31 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 495 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2918 mm |
