2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | F430 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 92 L |