2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 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 208 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 414 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. 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) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 575M Maranello | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |