1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 16 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 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 308 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
