Compare the2026 Ferrari 296VS 2026 Porsche 911

Both the 296 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, lane departure warning systems, rearview cameras, available crash mitigating brakes, blind spot warning systems, around view monitors and rear cross-path warning.

The 296 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 296 for 6 years and unlimited miles longer than Porsche pays for maintenance for the 911 (7/unlimited vs. 1/10,000).

The 296 has more powerful engines than the 911:

As tested in Motor Trend the Ferrari 296 3.0 is faster than the Porsche 911 turbo 6 cyl. (automatics tested):

In a Road and Track race course test, the Ferrari 296 Assetto Fiorano GTB was clocked 5.8 seconds faster than the Porsche 911 Carerra T Coupe (77.2 sec. vs. 83 sec.).

On the EPA test cycle the 296 GTB running on electricity gets better mileage than the 911 Coupe:

On the EPA test cycle the 296 GTB running its gasoline engine gets better mileage than the 911 Coupe:

On the EPA test cycle the 296 GTS running on electricity gets better mileage than the 911 Cabriolet:

The 296 can travel with zero emissions for 7 to 8 miles (dependent on model). The 911 can’t move without running its internal combustion engine.

The 296 GTS can travel with zero emissions for 7 miles. The 911 can’t move without running its internal combustion engine.

In its Green Vehicle Guide, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rates the Ferrari 296 higher (5 out of 10) than the Porsche 911 (4 to 5). This means the 296 produces up to 5.2 pounds less smog-producing pollutants than the 911 every 15,000 miles.

For better stopping power the 296’s standard brake rotors are larger than those on the 911:

The 296 stops much shorter than the 911:

For better traction, the 296 has larger tires than the 911 (F:245/35R20 & R:305/35R20 vs. F:235/40R19 & R:295/35R20).

The 296’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’s standard 40 series front tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the 296 has standard 20-inch wheels. Smaller 19-inch front wheels are standard on the 911.

Changing a flat tire near traffic can be dangerous and inconvenient. The run-flat tires optional on the 296 can be driven up to 50 miles without any air pressure, allowing you to drive to a service station for a repair. The 911 doesn’t offer run-flat tires.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the 296’s wheelbase is 5.9 inches longer than on the 911 (102.4 inches vs. 96.5 inches). The 296’s wheelbase is 5.7 inches longer than on the 911 GT3 (102.4 inches vs. 96.7 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the 296 is 2.8 inches wider in the front and 2.7 inches wider in the rear than the average track on the 911.

The 296 Assetto Fiorano GTB handles at 1.15 G’s, while the 911 Carerra T Coupe pulls only 1.05 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The 296 Assetto Fiorano GTB executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 1.7 seconds quicker than the 911 Carerra T Coupe (21.7 seconds @ 1.04 average G’s vs. 23.4 seconds @ .87 average G’s).

The 296’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 296 GTB has a much larger trunk than the 911 Coupe with its rear seat up (6 vs. 4.8 cubic feet).

The 296 has a standard heads-up display that projects speed and tachometer readouts in front of the driver’s line of sight, allowing drivers to view information without diverting their eyes from the road. The 911 doesn’t offer a heads-up display.

The 296 has standard Keyless Entry and Ignition that allows you to unlock the doors from either outside door handle and start the car, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. The 911 GT3 doesn’t offer Comfort Access.

The 296’s power window, power lock, power mirror and cruise control switches are lit from behind, making them plainly visible and easier to operate at night. The 911’s cruise control switches are unlit, making them difficult to find at night and operate safely.

Road and Track performed a comparison test in its February 2024 issue and the Ferrari 296 Assetto Fiorano GTB won out over the Porsche 911 Carerra T Coupe.