1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 M | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3594 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
