1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Porsche 911. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 TR | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |
