2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Ferrari Maranello. (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Maranello | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5997 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 67 L |