2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 360 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |