2004 Ferrari Superamerica vs. 1993 Porsche 928

To start off, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica.

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 Superamerica (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 928.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ferrari Superamerica 1993 Porsche 928
Make Ferrari Porsche
Model Superamerica 928
Year Released 2004 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5748 cc 4662 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 541 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 588 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 78.9 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2510 mm


 

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