2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 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 164 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F550 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
