2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M 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 31 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (405 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 456M | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
