1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
