1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 TR | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3598 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1260 mm |
