Compare the2025 Ferrari 12CilindriVS 2025 Porsche 911

The 12Cilindri has a standard blind spot warning system that uses sensors to alert the driver to objects in the vehicle’s blind spots where the side view mirrors don’t reveal them. A system to reveal vehicles in the 911’s blind spot costs extra.

Both the 12Cilindri and the 911 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights and lane departure warning systems.

The 12Cilindri comes with a full 3-year/unlimited-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes free 24-hour roadside assistance. The 911’s 50,000-mile basic warranty expires sooner.

Ferrari pays for scheduled maintenance on the 12Cilindri for 6 years and unlimited miles longer than Porsche pays for maintenance for the 911 (7/unlimited vs. 1/10,000).

The 12Cilindri’s 6.5 DOHC V12 produces 431 more horsepower (819 vs. 388) and 169 lbs.-ft. more torque (500 vs. 331) than the 911’s standard 3.0 turbo 6-cylinder. The 12Cilindri’s 6.5 DOHC V12 produces 346 more horsepower (819 vs. 473) and 110 lbs.-ft. more torque (500 vs. 390) than the 911 S’ standard 3.0 turbo 6-cylinder. The 12Cilindri’s 6.5 DOHC V12 produces 317 more horsepower (819 vs. 502) and 169 lbs.-ft. more torque (500 vs. 331) than the 911 GT3’s standard 4.0 DOHC 6-cylinder. The 12Cilindri’s 6.5 DOHC V12 produces 179 more horsepower (819 vs. 640) than the 911 Turbo S’ standard 3.7 turbo 6-cylinder.

The 12Cilindri has 7.7 gallons more fuel capacity than the 911’s standard fuel tank (24.3 vs. 16.6 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups. The 12Cilindri has 2.2 gallons more fuel capacity than the 911’s optional fuel tank (24.3 vs. 22.1 gallons).

For better stopping power the 12Cilindri’s standard brake rotors are larger than those on the 911:

For better traction, the 12Cilindri has larger tires than the 911 (F:275/35R21 & R:315/35R21 vs. F:235/40R19 & R:295/35R20).

The 12Cilindri’s tires provide better handling because they have a lower 35 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the 911 Dakar’s standard 45 series front and 40 series rear tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the 12Cilindri has standard 21-inch wheels. Smaller 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels are standard on the 911. The 911’s largest wheels are only 20-inches in the front and 21-inches in the rear.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the 12Cilindri’s wheelbase is 9.8 inches longer than on the 911 (106.3 inches vs. 96.5 inches). The 12Cilindri’s wheelbase is 9.6 inches longer than on the 911 GT3 (106.3 inches vs. 96.7 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the 12Cilindri is 3.6 inches wider in the front and 3.2 inches wider in the rear than the average track on the 911.

The 12Cilindri’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (48.4% to 51.6%) than the 911’s (39.5% to 60.5%). This gives the 12Cilindri more stable handling and braking.

The 12Cilindri’s standard power retractable hardtop allows a seamless transition from an open car, to a completely sealed coupe. The 911 doesn’t offer a retractable hardtop.

The 12Cilindri Coupe has a much larger trunk than the 911 Coupe with its rear seat up (9.5 vs. 4.8 cubic feet).

The 12Cilindri Spider has a much larger trunk with its top down than the 911 Cabriolet with its top down (7.1 vs. 4.8 cubic feet).

Unlike the driver-only memory system optional at extra cost in the 911, the 12Cilindri has standard driver and passenger memory, so that when drivers switch, the memory setting adjusts the driver’s seat and the front passenger seat also adjusts to the new passenger’s preset preferences.

If the windows are left open on the 12Cilindri the driver can close them all from a distance using the remote. On a hot day the driver can also lower the windows the same way. The driver of the 911 can only operate the windows from inside the vehicle, with the ignition on.

The 12Cilindri has standard Keyless Entry and Ignition that allows you to unlock the doors from either outside door handle, open the trunk, and start the engine, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. The 911 GT3 doesn’t offer Comfort Access.

The 12Cilindri has standard massaging front seats in order to maximize comfort and eliminate fatigue on long trips. Massaging seats aren’t available in the 911.