2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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 120 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 534 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 64 L |
