1979 Ferrari 312 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Porsche 911. (395 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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:
| 1979 Ferrari 312 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 312 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
