2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 360 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 360 | 968 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 92 L |