1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 5 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 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 170 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 512 TR | 968 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2989 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |