2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 550. (588 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 550 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 841 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |