1977 Ferrari 400 vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 965. (317 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965. 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ferrari 400 | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 965 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |