2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
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 GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche GT2 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 52 more horse power than 2001 Porsche GT2. (456 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche GT2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 294 kg more than 2001 Porsche GT2. 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 575M Maranello | GT2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |