1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1979 Porsche 936
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 936. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 936 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 936 (573 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1979 Porsche 936.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1979 Porsche 936 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | 936 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2142 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 702 kg |
