1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 928. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928. 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari Maranello | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 928 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 66 L |
