1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (375 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 219 kg more than 1993 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 F512 M (719 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (490 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F512 M | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
