1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1969 Porsche 908
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 908. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 908 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1969 Porsche 908.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 400 | 1969 Porsche 908 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 908 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 660 kg |