1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
