2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 996 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
