1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 523 kg more than 1980 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 911. (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari Maranello | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Maranello | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |