1978 Ferrari 312 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 312 (503 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 312.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 1978 Ferrari 312 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 312 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
