2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 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 238 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993.
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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 575 Superamerica | 993 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 534 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |