1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 456M | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |