1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 111 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 308 | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |