1968 Ferrari 275 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 275 (297 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 911. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 275 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 275 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 296 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
