1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 275. (294 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 275.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 275 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 347 Nm |
| 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 | 1175 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
