1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F355 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |