1988 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 565 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 412 GT | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 412 GT | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 502 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |