1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 308 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
