1986 Porsche 944 vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 2012 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 944 | 2012 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Porsche | Ferrari |
| Model | 944 | California |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
