1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1998 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |