2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | 993 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
