1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 525 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 456 | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |