2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 599 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2010 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ferrari |
| Model | 911 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 105 L |
