2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari F550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 F550 (570 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 911. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F550 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
