1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 32 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 66 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 308 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
