2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993. 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 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 612 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
