1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 361 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.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 308 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |
