1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930. 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 930. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 512 TR | 930 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3299 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |