2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 440 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911. 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Maranello | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.4 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 | 1650 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |