1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 9 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 168 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 92 L |
