1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 605 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (520 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F50 | 944 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 195 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |