1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911.
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, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (309 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 412 GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
