2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 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 287 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 534 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
