1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 308 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (155 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 308 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
