2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. 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 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 612 | 968 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 74 L |