2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (405 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 89 L |
