2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 599. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 599. 2008 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche 911 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Porsche | Ferrari |
Model | 911 | 599 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 105 L |