1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 208 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| 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 | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
