2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
