2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Enzo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
