1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 928. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (430 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 M | 928 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4957 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
