1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Porsche | Ferrari |
Model | 911 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2649 mm |