2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2009 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ferrari |
| Model | 911 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
