2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 575 Superamerica | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 534 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 73 L |