1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1994 Ferrari F512 M and 1994 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 193 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F512 M | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |