2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 2 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 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 300 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.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 612 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5746 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |