1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1982 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1554 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 86 L |
