2004 Ferrari Superamerica vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari Superamerica 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 185 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (356 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 5 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari Superamerica | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Superamerica | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |