1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 412 GT | 993 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |