1988 Ferrari F1 88 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 (612 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 911 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F1 88.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F1 88 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F1 88 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
