2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 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 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 135 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 759 Nm |
| 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 | 1675 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
