Ferrari 488 GTB vs. Porsche 911
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ferrari 488 GTB and Porsche 911 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ferrari 488 GTB and the Porsche 911.
In comparing the Ferrari 488 GTB's and the Porsche 911's specifications and ratings, the Ferrari 488 GTB has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Porsche 911 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Ferrari 488 GTB's and the Porsche 911's specifications and ratings, the Porsche 911 is a better car than the Ferrari 488 GTB.
Pricing: A used 2019 Ferrari 488 GTB ranges from $230,941 to $298,252 while a used 2019 Porsche 911 is priced between $101,913 to $299,877.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ferrari 488 GTB loses 22.9 percent of its value and the Porsche 911 loses 8.3 percent of its value. This means the Porsche 911 retains 14.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ferrari 488 GTB.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ferrari 488 GTB’s base engine makes 660 horsepower, and the Porsche 911 base engine makes 370 horsepower. The 488 GTB is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 453 miles. The 911 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. This gives the Porsche 911 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ferrari 488 GTB. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$262,647
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$292,697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$149,995 - $958,966
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$91,100
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$85,644
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$40,750 - $453,200
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$274,277
Price Range:
$230,941 - $298,252
Category Avg Price:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$312,449
Category Avg Price Range:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$94,026 - $1,309,842
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
11,568
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$215,038
Price Range:
$101,913 - $299,877
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$67,801
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$31,145 - $215,038
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
87
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
18,488
# Good or Great Deals:
21
Ferrari 488 GTB Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche 911 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
10.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ferrari 488 GTB
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Porsche 911
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
7.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
3.7 - 12.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
0.7 - 3.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.6 - 11.4
Ferrari 488 GTB Rankings
Not yet available
Porsche 911 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 41Ranking
1 out of / 41Ranking
2 out of / 41Ranking
4 out of / 41Ranking
21 out of / 32Ranking
31 out of / 41Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ferrari 488 GTB Trim Levels
Base
Porsche 911 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
660 hp @ 8000 rpm
Torque:
561 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.203 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
370 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
331 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.117 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
309 / 453 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 490 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
5.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3252 lbs
Width:
76.9 inches
Height:
47.8 inches
Length:
179.8 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3153 lbs
Width:
77.9 inches
Height:
51 inches
Length:
177.1 inches
Wheelbase:
96.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35ZR20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/40ZR19
Exterior Colors
Beige
Avorio
Black
Nero Daytona Metallic / Nero DS 1250
Blue
Azzurro California Metallic / Blu Abu Dhabi Metallic / Blu Mirabeau Metallic / Blu Pozzi / Blu Scozia / Blu Swaters / Blu Tour De France Metallic
Gray
Argento Nurburgring Metallic / Canna Di Fucile / Grigio Alloy Metallic / Grigio Ferro Metallic / Grigio Ingrid Metallic / Grigio Scuro / Grigio Silverstone Metallic / Grigio Titanio Metallic
Green
Verde British
Orange
Rosso Dino
Purple
Rosso Fiorano
Red
Rosso Corsa / Rosso Mugello / Rosso Scuderia
White
Bianco Avus
Yellow
Giallo Modena
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black / Jet Black Metallic
Blue
Miami Blue Metallic / Night Blue Metallic
Gray
Agate Grey Metallic / Chalk Metallic
Green
Not available
Orange
Lava Orange Metallic
Purple
Not available
Red
Carmine Red Metallic / Guards Red
White
Carrara White Metallic / White
Yellow
Racing Yellow
Silver
GT Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige Tradizione / Crema / Sabbia / Tortora
Black
Charcoal / Nero
Blue
Blu Medio / Blu Sterling / Carta Da Zucchero
Brown
Bordeaux / Cioccolato / Cuoio / Iroko / Terra Bruciata
Red
Rosso Ferrari
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black / Black/Bordeaux Red / Black/Dark Silver / Black/Luxor Beige
Blue
Graphite Blue/Chalk
Brown
Espresso / Espresso/Cognac
Red
Bordeaux Red
Gray
Agate Grey / Graphite Blue / Graphite Blue/Chalk
