2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 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 | 1675 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
