2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. 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 456M (540 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 456M | 968 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
