2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari 612 and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 473 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 612 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 67 L |