1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 1987 Porsche 928 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208. 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
