2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Maranello 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 158 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 64 L |
