2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 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 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F430 | 993 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 474 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 Weight | 1425 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |