2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 8 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), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 396 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.
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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 92 L |
