1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 688 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
| Make | Porsche | Ferrari |
| Model | 911 | 599 GTB Fiorano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |
