1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 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 130 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
