1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 1986 Ferrari 208 and 1968 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 208 | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
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 | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |