2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 25 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 911. (355 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 360 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |