2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 360 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |