2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari Maranello 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 8 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 67 L |
