2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (214 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 456M | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 456M | 944 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |