2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993.
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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 575 Superamerica | 993 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |