1986 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 710 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 412 GT | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
