2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2005 Ferrari Maranello and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (444 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1660 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 63 L |
