1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (456 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 512 M | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |