1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello 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 41 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (444 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari Maranello. (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
