2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 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 297 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 944 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
