1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Pinin.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari Pinin | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Pinin | 911 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |