2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 764 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Porsche 912. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 912 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 61 L |
