1997 Porsche 993 vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993. 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993. 2008 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 993 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Porsche | Ferrari |
Model | 993 | 599 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |