2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 435 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (317 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 456M | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 77 L |
