1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 55 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F512 M | 968 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 74 L |
