1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 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 95 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 308 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 308 | 944 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |