1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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 93 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari Maranello | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Maranello | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 67 L |