1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 TR | 944 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2479 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| 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 | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
