1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
