1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 13 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1404 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 |
