1993 Porsche 968 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ferrari |
| Model | 968 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 110 L |
