2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (395 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 612 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
