Ferrari 488 GTB vs Porsche 911 Turbo S: turbo supercars fight it out

The Ferrari 488 GTB is the first turbocharged, mid-engine Ferrari since the legendary F40 in the 80's. That is a lot of pressure for a new supercar to live up to, but the Fezzer shone through in our first drive in Italy.
So, what else could we do but pit it against the incredibly fast Porsche 911 Turbo S? The Ferrari might be less practical and more expensive, but its performance can easily give the 911 a run for its money!
Watch the video to see Steve Sutcliffe and road test editor James Disdale take to the bendy British B roads right here...
Ferrari 488 GTB review: aex.ae/1WEYgd8
Porsche 911 Turbo S 2016 review: aex.ae/1Krcgyr

[@jdclover]

I looked at both these but, in the final analysis, went with the used Fiat Panda option.

[@ICEMAN-lo2bk]

+jdclover Think I found James May's KZbin account. Only person in the world who would choose a Panda over a Ferrari.

[@SparkySlow]

jdclover me too a Dacia duster

[@miguelberetta7887]

Perfect decision

[@MrYoumitube]

This is a easy decision, get both cars. I would use the Turbo S as my everyday car Mon to Fri, then on weekends use the Ferrari. Now all I need is the money.

[@888mf4]

I think that most people with a 488GTB have a daily car like a Range Rover or Porsche 911. The Ferrari is a weekend car as you've suggested whereas the 911 can be used daily. However, the Ferrari offers more thrills and looks way better.

[@mashedt8rs290]

i don't get rich people and range rovers they are just over priced jeeps if i were rich i would go for a nice 4 door Mercedes or BMW it just makes a lot more sense

[@alexkafr]

MaSHED T8RS I had BMW and Mercedes and I can tell you the maintenance cost isn't worth it. And you need a lot of maintenance for those brands.

[@SicoSniper]

Trust me...Land Rover is worse than those brand when it comes to maintenance..

[@exoticwhipsbroadspipesandbags]

SicoSniper1912 Lexus IS very reliable

[@alexandrefernandes9233]

Well... in the Porsche you can take 3 girls!

[@alipapito2467]

So why not?

[@enthused7591]

You can in the Ferrari as well, you'll just be forced to be more creative with the packaging. I'll take the 488GTB

[@alexandrefernandes9233]

Legal transport... LOL

[@billystutz55]

I like your style!

[@johnulmerRacing]

Two of them would have to be sans legs.

[@imgonnaruletheworld]

misleading title... was expecting both cars being put against each other on the road, not under the perspective of two journalists...

[@AyaxRo]

+Mohammad Alqarawi Completely lol... "Fight it out" ...

[@anish11215]

^^

[@MrPaganizonda]

I love honest quality perspective with quality content rather than boring drag race, those cars are not evo vs sti where u can simply just show the numbers and time to prove which are better.

[@jesuscrust6043]

don't worry, we are all in the same boat

[@motomanb2]

Thanks for the heads up

[@NuclearGrizzly]

As an engineer I could never own a car from a marquis who's motto is "If you can afford the car you can afford the repairs and maintenance". Probably why I own three 911's.

[@Dgannt]

+NuclearGrizzly So I guess the motto didn't scare you. I assume as an engineer you feel brave enough to buy three 911's as long as you can fix all the problems yourself. If you get tired of that, sell all 3 and buy a real sports car, a Ferrari. The repairs will end and you only smile :)

[@NuclearGrizzly]

Fast Er My '73 is heavily modified and still reliable. My '97 Turbo S has nearly 200k on the clock and never left me stranded. My '15 Turbo S has also been fantastic. I had a '11 Turbo S that was OK. But of course not nearly as bad as anything ever made in Italy. Unlike Ferrari Porsche takes care of recalls as soon as there is a problem. Unlike Ferrari that took years to admit that their 458 occasionally would burst into flames. I owned a 360...or as i knew it the money pit. It was beautiful garbage. I've lost track of how many times I've picked up or dropped off my former business partner at the Ferrari dealership (in my 911 of course) for a repair on his POS 458. This is his second 458 and both have been beautiful garbage. I see my mechanic once a year. I see his every couple of months. And each time I hear "If you can afford the car you can afford the repairs and maintenance".

[@aristosachaion_]

@@Dgannt "The repairs will end" No they won't. 911s don't need repairs because they never break.

[@NuclearGrizzly]

@Aykut I still have all three of my 911's. In these past 4 years I have had zero break downs and only regular maintenance. The only thing major was that I had to clean the SAI on the '97. Something that has to be done every 20k-30k miles. In the past 4 years my cost of ownership for all three has probably been less than what a Ferrari owner pays for a single 3 year service.

[@siraff4461]

Buy the Porsche, rent the Ferrari.

[@user-zu2cb3ds5h]

Nope..Ferrari...

[@VossenWheels]

Both are just stunning....

[@julianob.a.6365]

I'm a Porsche guy, but I have to tell, the 488 is gorgeous.

[@ALMX5DP]

"I can't think of a single reason why you'd ever want to go faster than this" I'm pretty sure in 1-2 years time, there will be another Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche etc... that will change your opinion.

[@patfromozZ]

+Alan Bowers Yep.....and if you look back to old reviews on the 458, 430 etc. I bet they all say the same thing.

[@Jirinoshi]

+Alan Bowers Exactly, and if he doesnt want to ever go any faster than that, then he should get a camry.

[@w-james9277]

I'll take the Ferrari please.

[@Vincent_Gambini]

I would take both of them. They are both equally exceptional road cars in their own right, the 911 for is stunning Swiss watch engineering excellence; the Ferrari for it passionate, stunning beauty, its sheer modern-day automotive brilliance, and its unique and joyous driving experience.

[@atticus6572]

I'd take the 911. Hopefully I'll be able to afford one in 10-15 years time.

[@AdoIf88HitIer]

Hahahaha

[@AdoIf88HitIer]

WHY DO YOU LAUGH? HAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAA IM SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO SOORRRRRRYYYYYYYY HAHAHAHAHAHA

[@ziggyfreud5357]

Go for it Atticus. Get to the dream. I had to wait 25 yrs !!

[@o3tomas]

The presenter is right. If I drove the porsche blindfolded I wouldn't be able to tell it's turbocharged. I doubt I would make it to any conclusion before I hit a lamp post.

[@morelelfrancel6603]

Sarcasm

[@SteveC-Shaman]

Actually, he's full of shit. The turbos are VERY obvious. Tip the throttle in just that extra little bit, the wastegate closes and the car kicks you in the small of the back suddenly. It's not exactly lag, it's more like when you ask for more than the motor can give on its own, the turbos make it very plain that there's plenty of boost available, in the language of violence.

[@MrRedRye]

I'll take the Porsche and the £35k thanks, more my style and less showy.

[@dk6403]

If I could afford the 488, £35k is nothing. I'd buy both cars if I were that wealthy.

[@deano3206]

The main reason I bought the 991 TS due to the latter

[@minatureone]

My brain says turbo S however heart says raari? Hmm

[@alessandrob8507]

+Jack cooper it's FERRARI for christ sake

[@mikey_fixed]

Haha I was thinking the same thing, I drive a 997 911 GTS... and I still say rarri too

[@adrianlee2357]

Just buy both

[@MrElnuno]

+Michael Da Re. Glad I'm not alone. I drive a 997.2 4S and I'd have that 488GTB every day. Fells like cheating on your wife a bit, but I thinks it's gorgeous.

[@zatharos6427]

No. Say Ferrari properly it dont say it at all

[@johnlearoux]

funny how if some one were to say "i would rather have a 911 tubo than a 488" everyone would be like "oh so would i" and praise the commentor, but if someone were to say "i would rather have a Z06 than a 488" floods of Europeans would swarm in and tell you how wrong you are and how inferior the z06 is, how closed minded of people.

[@GranDaddo]

+john learoux I think that will change once Corvette will make bigger numbers in EU. Im not fan of US interior styling, but I do admire progress they have made from C6 onwards and kicking EU ass from time to time. Like in many examples, EU cars tend to be coky and smuggish resulting you getting less for money and bigger revenue for them. We need to praise more US cars to actually get more from our cars in future.

[@stevehash158]

+Reptilius Maximus LOL what do you have a in USA?? fastest car in the world emn no quickest car in the world NO fastest around corners NO best intrerior NO NO NO.. YOu got nothing except makeing cheap cars ONLY IN USA doh in Europe a C7 vette is the same price as Turbo S-488-458-lambo-maclaren etc etc.. So you make cheap cars in USA that works great no doubt but you are so far off on anything in EU that`s scary.. The reason for this is that no company has the balls to go against the American ppl and start to make expensive cars of course this means more expensive cars and thats where the Achilles heel is...

[@oldschoolracinggames5729]

+john learoux american cars are shit. so shut up and drive your fucking corvettes and vipers.

[@griimey7787]

Im American and Id rather have a 488 than a C7 Z06. You gotta think about it, a Corvette is worth a lot of money. Especially a Z06 which can be what around $80K-$90K. But a lot of people can acquire a Corvette with a lot of hard work and a good paying job. You dont have to be rich to get one basically. Now a Ferrari on the hand which costs $200K-$300K, you gotta be rich and even for most mid class people that would be too far outta reach or just out of the budget. You might be able to get an older Ferrari but a newer one would cost a lot plus all the expenses after buying it. I agree that the Z06 is a world class supercar for performance but if someone gave me the option between the two id take the 488. If it was my money and i was making a decent amount id get a Vette or a Viper. If was filthy rich id get them all haha!

[@stevehash158]

+griimey Yess but thats what i said they work in USA and tey`re cheap there but not in EU.. So you get bang for your buck... IN EU they`re not good laptimes wise of course they do good in USA thats LOL... in EU and the rest of the world it`s no better then a Gallardo 507bhp V10..

[@stevensnow8851]

Anyone who would rather have the Porsche is lying to themselves

[@carlitoxb110]

Not me

[@kraenk12]

Not everyone is a show off

[@stevensnow8851]

+kraenk12 if both cars were parked right in front of you, I'm sure you would think twice about picking the Porsche

[@ikarugaxx3749]

@@stevensnow8851 Yes indeed. Those rare times I meet a Ferrari I feel if I won a lottery that day, I couldn't resist buying one the day after. The Porsche has less of such an effect. The Porsche, you admire. The Ferrari, you love. This is hiw beauty affects us.

[@user-ln2bq5cg5n]

Turbo S

[@khunopie9159]

+Ахмед Магомедов In Soviet Russia Union, car choose YOU

[@Dgannt]

+Ахмед Магомедов Yes, as your daily. 488 GTB as your special sports car to excite you.

[@TheFede8888]

Good car...but.....not this time

[@zissou6928]

It's obvious you havent been in either

[@deano3206]

I have the 991 TS but would still like the 488 too!

[@tonydmty1234567]

More Steve Sutcliffe videos, period! ":-)

[@ConstantineJoseph]

Ferrari for me

[@masterp-lw2dg]

my heart when he changes gear in that ferrari. the emotional experience is more than falling in love.

[@Bugumir]

I'd take a second hand 458 over these compromised supercars any day of the week.

[@roskataqv]

+Bugumir +1

[@fatdoi003]

+Bugumir 458 speciale please

[@HexaSquirrel]

"Compromised" is what way is a 911 Turbo S "Compromised"?

[@fatdoi003]

Daniels30 maybe is the rear engine layout

[@zatharos6427]

The 911 Turbo is not comprised. Thats the Carrera. As for the 488, that takes the cake

[@PKmode]

Every time I hear "Porsh", I die a little inside. Have a little respect and pronounce the family name correctly.

[@mariodecristofaro9492]

Ferrari over everything. Shouldn't be compared to the other cars.

[@johnryan6658]

+Marietto You're right because other cars are more reliable and don't set themselves on fire.

[@mariodecristofaro9492]

John Ryan Fire is the blood of Ferrari's heart. LOL

[@theflanman1986]

They wouldn’t even let people test their laferrari against mclaren and Porsche because they are cowards who knew their best car wasn’t in the same league as the 918 and P1. Cowards

[@marconico]

I hate hearing people talk about usability when talking about supercars.

[@xI2aiizza]

feel free to use a viper acr as your daily then :)

[@thepineappleburster4439]

Well, not every person who buys a supercar can afford to buy an impracticle one and a comfortable one. Just sayin

[@aristosachaion_]

"If you can afford the car, you can afford the maintenance" is a dumbass statement to live by.

[@marconico]

@@aristosachaion_ totally agree.

[@serjiang]

If i spent $200k on a car, then realized for $40k more I could've bought a Ferrari. I would instantly end myself.

[@GraveUypo]

+serjiang then you'd never buy a non-ferrari car because you can get a used one for much, much less than that.

[@sundew2007]

Ferrari is JUNK owned 2, now 2 Porsches, both are much faster than any Ferrari

[@hendradi3031]

Vote for 488 GTB.

[@tuta123seb]

Im not a fan of porsche's simplistic design,i mean i love how it looks but it's not gorgeous like a mclaren,ferrari,lambos ETC

[@FearTheBlades]

It's an acquired taste

[@skylerssupercarlife348]

It gives you the option of having all of the exotic supercar fun with none of the attention.

[@aristosachaion_]

I couldn't care less about the attention, but I'm very much a fan of my $300,000 car not breaking down.

[@gattaca7965]

If you'd have enough money to buy either one of those cars then who in their right mind would buy that boring porshe lol? I mean seriously. The Ferrari 488 GTB is a proper supercar and it's just completely on another level in every aspect, the looks, the sound, the performance...everything is just perfect. Ferrari 488 GTB for me please!

[@chrissorreda4982]

At any given time, a 911 Turbo S will always be one of the fastest car in the road. Rain or Shine.

[@fedegrass]

Yes of course Porsche 911 turbo s is a nice car...But it's nicer to see it through Ferrari's mirror =D Ferrari is the Supercar !!!

[@tykara3404]

fede grass lol turbo is much faster

[@atomevo1984]

The Porsche is the Gentlemen of the Supercars. BUT: The Turbo S always brings his power and performance on the asphalt, all year round in every season.

[@16h46]

fede grass turbo s better

[@xXDigitalLeoXx]

Can I get both? Hell I'd be happy if I ever got one of them.

[@tigerinsofia]

The 488 is a large step backwards from the 458...sorry but the 911 Turbo S is ahead in every aspect.

[@Dgannt]

+tigerinsofia In what aspects? Design? drivers car? Drama? Excitement? Agility? Special? Sorry but most people pay all that money to get a sports car that thrills them, not one that is "practical", or to use as a "daily". And something that is special and makes them feel special when driving it. Not a car that looks like any other of the 10-12 models that most can't see the difference between them. And a modern sports car that has such a harsh ride in 2016? Sure it can be used daily. For 2 days before your back gives up.

[@alexandrefernandes9233]

If passion drive you, go to the Ferrari. If rationality drive you, go to the Porsche.

[@JMartinni]

Porsche really needs to make a new GT2/GT2 RS

[@DaZe8014]

+J. Martinni There will be a 991.2 GT2!

[@JMartinni]

+Jordan Probably, yeah. There are prototypes/mules driving around. They just need to finally put it in production.

[@stevehash158]

+J. Martinni YESS i agree this is getting to heavy to compete they need a GT2RS and it`s comming ohh YESS it`ll arrive in 2017 or 2018 so we have somthing to look forward to and i am guessing it`ll be a killer... GTRS class thank god and the new 911Rand GT4 CAyman actually they`re doing quite a bit for customers LIKE ME tthat want REAL carswith fewer electronics 6 speed light chassie ohh thats whats sports car should be about.. But POrsche know what they do they make a different car for every needs who else can we say that about?? being a sportscar buis=?? i can`t think of one brand..

[@marcelk3847]

And they did

[@jskikkimb9419]

I love these watching Steve review cars. He is excellent, and conveys the experience thoroughly.

[@webcrawler9782]

on the porsche the flappy pedals are on the wheel which is way better

[@South4153]

if you'd know how to drive a car properly you'd know that you don't shift while cornering because of the weight transfer. sooo actually it's better in the ferrari where they are stationary but hey believe what you want(:

[@webcrawler9782]

South4153 Sebastian Vettel knows how to drive a car and he said he prefers pedals on the wheel.

[@South4153]

+coawler oz "he said he prefers them" does that make it better then? wow what a good point

[@webcrawler9782]

South4153 his opinion is worth more than yours

[@South4153]

+coawler oz only problem is i was talking facts not opinions. learn how to argue

[@hovnojede010101]

If I had to have only one car for everything, I'd get the Turbo. Magnificent. Good vid, too, guys.

[@Zemjang]

Beautiful vid. Will take the Porsche. Thanks. :-)

[@storck08]

The 488 GTB is so much more special than the Porsche that I could never take 911 Turbo S over it, altough I respect the engineering of the Turbo S very much. Porsche is a mainstream comany making few hundred thousands of cars every year, with Macans, Cayennes etc. They use Audi parts including engines, the Ferrari compared to this is a company from another planet. If I would be going to spend circa 250-300k euros on a car it has to make me feel very special so it's a 488 GTB for me.

[@HexaSquirrel]

Ferrari use Fiat parts... I'd rather take Audi parts than Fiat ones.

[@farnum3297]

+storck08 lol.. Porsche is mainstream? for who ? for the 1% of the 1% ? last time I checked not too many people can afford 100k+ cars .. you might be confusing a preowned Cayenne V6 with a brand new 911 Turbo S.. and btw, a 911 Turbo will eat alive on daily drivabillity AND performance on track cars that are double the price from very exotic names .. speaking of exotics, what do you drive if Porsche is so mainstream ?

[@storck08]

+far num 100k+? Macan starts at less than 55k and other cars from that price range will be added to Porsche lineup in the future years.

[@WahabGoldsmith]

+storck08 They don't use audi engines, that's lamborghini

[@storck08]

+Wahab .Goldsmith (MrTTBiggestFan) Yes, they do. V6 turbo is the engine used in Audi and in Porsche. Diesel engines used in Porsche are also from the VAG.

[@mehdiadlany]

Amazing review by two amazing reviewers. Thank you, gentlemen. I'd pick the Porsche 911 Turbo S in a heartbeat for its power and its understated design.

[@rooclicknet8666]

The Porsche is like your wife. The Ferrari is like your trophy wife!

[@slaWterCH]

I'd have the Porsche. I want a car to drive, not to look at and worry about the milage. Both brands have better, non-turboed models however.

[@ionianfalcon]

you are going to worry about the Porsche milage as well. Its also a very expensive car like the Ferrari...

[@JoJoJoker]

+ionianfalcon Ferrari owners are very weird about mileage & color. That's why they are all in the same ugly Ferrari red with 3,000 miles than something in an interesting color like say, Dino Rosso with 30,000 miles.

[@ionianfalcon]

+Abe From an cant argue with that. Im just saying that both cars are expensive which means that even the porche owners are going to be cautious about the milage.

[@SenszR]

+ionianfalcon Well no, you wouldn't worry about mileage as much with the Porsche. You don't worry about the mileage just because "the car is expensive".

[@DreamyWoIf]

If one has money to buy a car like this 911, or 488, then the mileage is one of last thins on their mind.

[@noticiasdeultimahora8290]

The way these guys talk, a lot of suspense hahaha, love it, Great video

[@dubai0097150]

is this based on opinion ? put them on a track and lets see what the Ferrari got , but if its about everyday practicality and overall daily usibility the best supercar for daily use is well known to be the 991 turbo S .

[@fearedlegend]

Great review by the best presenter. I really respect this man’s opinion. The Turbo S takes no crap from any car. It’s the standard by which all other super cars are measured by.

[@Damayn]

I'd go for the Ferrari hands down as it's just a touch more special and the Porsche however is just well a 'Porsche' just doesn't have that wow factor like the Ferrari does imo..

[@chele089]

It might not have the wow factor when you look at it. But after driving them back to back you will have your wow-factor handed to you by the Turbos speed.

[@MNMaveRick]

Which turbo? They are both turbos, which means neither will ever sound as good as a normally aspirated engine and a Porsche 6 cylinder will never sound like a Ferrari, even the subdued turbo. They both perform great, so it comes down to wow factor and a Ferrari never has its wow factor handed to it, while the 911 continues to be the same stretched out Beatle it has always been.

[@chele089]

Rick Pihl Well one of these cars is actually called 'Turbo' so it is obvious which car I'm reffering to. Besides that, the Porsche is faster than the Ferrari in every measurable instance. Objectively the Porsche is the better car. If you base your car buying decision soley on looks and sound you just buy to show off. If thats the case, the Ferrari will definatly fit you better. I'm not saying the Ferrari is slow, or even a bad car because it is simply not. But the Porsche is just faster.

[@MNMaveRick]

To say the Porsche is somehow measurably faster is to count tenths of seconds that will never change the experience of the lighter feel of the Ferrari compared to the heavy feel of the 911. No real world test will favor either cars performance in any major way, it comes down to the driver in every case. Objectively, they are too close to call in performance and the difference is not enough to choose the ugly 911 over the Italian piece of art and yes, the sound makes all the difference in the world and the 911 sounds like a vacuum cleaner. I will say that the turbo has also ruined the Ferrari compared to the 458, but not nearly as much as how the turbo compromises the flat six.

[@chele089]

Rick Pihl You're a little biased I think. The Porsche is not ugly but it doesn't try to be a beauty queen either. You're right, the Ferrari is pretty. But the Porsche follows one simple philosophy wich is form follows function. And if you think about it, that makes a lot of sense. Ever sat in a 911? The dropping hood in the front and the realtively big windows give such good visibility, especially on track. Also, Porsches all-wheel-drive system allows the 911 Turbo to reach up to its full potential come rain or shine. The Ferrari is a nice second car but the Porsche is a first car, one that one drives every day. You also gotta take into account that the Turbo is Porsches Grand Tourismo type 911, layed out for Autobahn comfort and sheer speed. If you want a raw car from Porsche, buy a GT3 (RS). And that one provides plenty of lovely sounds.

[@r_starchild2157]

This was not a REVIEW, it was just super bias opinions on the Ferrari and a stat sheet for the Porsche. Just wrong.

[@VirusTornado]

+Anthony Adams Sutcliffe did a great job, other guy nah

[@davidef.8764]

people say the 911 is an everyday sports car but they rarely use it as such....and it's overtly stiff ....enjoy life, get the Ferrari

[@davidef.8764]

+IIproductionsII of course u see more 911s, they make unlimited variants, start under 100k, various dealerships and production isn't capped like Ferrari. Point is although an amazing piece of engineering, it's not a Camry and if you really want to have fun behind the wheel, the Ferrari is the way to go. reliability and servicing is expensive on both

[@davidef.8764]

+IIproductionsII they aren't more reliable, they seem more reliable. older Ferraris had annoying service intervals while Porsches didn't but they've had their share of issues. You can match the sound and sense of occasion of a Ferrari. Porsche is good for a semi everyday sports cars.

[@innerhammer]

+Davide F. Porsche says 70% of all the cars they have ever made is alive and kicking. I mean, from the very 1st car they made to today's cars. Now that's reliability.

[@davidef.8764]

I could argue that a Corvette is more affordable, easier to maintain, cheaper to run. These are passion cars. People tend to take care of them

[@innerhammer]

I think we have way too much Corvette talk and way too much GTR talk on KZbin.

[@virtual_kamikase]

You can trust Steve Sutcliffe, this guy has a lot of knowledge about sports cars, that's why he chose the best one!!

[@Veyron640]

488 driver.. Spare me, you bloody chap...

[@asianskywalker]

Bulletproof my arse! porsche reliability is usually towards the bottom in reliability surveys.

[@asianskywalker]

www.whatcar.com/news/honda-named-uks-reliable-used-car-manufacturer-2015/

[@Dgannt]

+asianskywalker It's statements like this that made others, specially Porsche fans, to actually believe in this "perfect Porsche quality". But we know better.

[@kilogone8781]

Same thing are also happened with McLaren,Ferrari,Lambo,and other exotics...

[@asianskywalker]

true but the japanese manage to make not only fast but reliable cars too e.g Honda NSX, Toyota supra, Nissan Skyline. All have proven to they can handle high mileages without breaking down all the time.

[@kraenk12]

Porsche traditionally is among the most reliable brands...especially compared to other super cars.

[@rockinginafreeworld3256]

The only thing wrong with the Ferrari is you need your own break down truck.

[@melcanuck5951]

Ferrari is a supermodel. Porsche is just average for looks.

[@sw1000xg]

Why do they always say for special occassions when it comes to the Ferrari? So its not an everyday car then? You buy a car to drive and love. Not just to take out every now and then so on that note Ferrari loses to every car out there and IS NOT the every day car! A real stupid mentality filters through the car world!

[@durrantmiller8810]

+sw1000xg Because most insurance companies will only cover a few thousand miles a year on cars like Ferrari. If you go over the limit they won't cover the costs of an accident

[@ikarugaxx3749]

You can use it everyday and run 20.000 kilometers a year with it. But do you even imagine what the running costs are? There's a class of people who can afford to buy such cars and use them moderately. Then if you are a multi - millionaire I agree with you, no reason to not use it all the time.

[@aristosachaion_]

Not sure if you know this, but Ferraris have a reputation of catching fire or breaking down when you least expect it. That's why it's not an everyday car. You can drive the Turbo S forever and it'll never fail you.

[@haseebchowdhury4307]

it currently has 488 views......

[@adityajethi7250]

it will eventually be 911 sometime later...lol

[@haseebchowdhury4307]

aditya jethi lol true

[@the_freedom_quest]

WHERE IS THE DRAG RACE ? Come on guys...

[@Giitzerland]

I'd have no problems taking the Porsche, it's beautiful, powerful, and a genuine daily driver with class, and smile creation on tap.

[@DIVADNOMIS1313]

I'd much rather have a full spec Turbo S cabriolet, than a bog standard 488 GTB.

[@AGC828]

Reviewers call the Turbo S "..the everyday supercar". Which to me is an oxymoron. How can a supercar be driven everyday? :) Supercars are supposed to do one thing well...go FAST and handle with precision. Not to be comfortable on less than perfect roads. The Turbo S is a GT car that does most things well if not better than most. But it lacks the "experience & sex appeal" of the 488. I think a 1st time driver of the Turbo S would leave the Turbo S impressed and with a small grin. He would leave the 488 wanting to smoke a cigarette. :))) If you had to choose ONE car to own. If you could only choose ONE dream car to put on your bucket list. You had days to live...I think the clear choice would be the 488 GTB. :)

[@fernandofragoso4118]

Both awesome but i would pick the Ferrari. There is something in it.

[@truthkeeperfilms]

Benefits of the Porsche: Endlessly more reliable. Can be used daily. Launched as much as you want. Stronger transmission.

[@arnoldrocheteau4497]

Don't be silly, Ferrari engines are superior! transmission too!! F1 knowhow!! compared to 2nd rate races Porsche competes in! too much brainwashing by UK media I think.

[@thepineappleburster4439]

+Arnold Rocheteau So, you are saying, on the internet, that LeMans and the WEC is.., a 2nd hand race franchise?? And that Ferrari is superior because of F1 experience? Well, i don't know how long ago it was Ferrari won a championship, but i can tell you that Porsche did the past years..

[@truthkeeperfilms]

Arnold Rocheteau - Have you talked to a Ferrari owner? Do so, then talk about reliability. Ferrari's are NO WHERE close to a Porsche in reliability. For goodness sake, Porsche topped Lexus and Toyota for reliability a few times.

[@sylenzyostampa]

Ferrari is simply Ferrari ..with engine and all components original Ferrari factory. ...porsche have al components from vw audi. .

[@danesebruno]

Did you see the button behind the Ferrari's steering wheel? The button comes from Chrysler

[@mzhp317]

So Ferrari has all Fiat parts? Just stop talking shit...

[@mzhp317]

+NameSchema100 yes that's exactly my point? I don't know why you are replying to me...

[@mzhp317]

+NameSchema100 it's allright, because I totally agree with your comment

[@Sapphire4459]

Yeh the Ferrari engine is a tuned up Fiat 500 engine

[@SupercarAdvocates]

Which one? Ferrari for sure...!!!

[@16h46]

Supercar Advocates nah Porsche.

[@Puzzoozoo]

I'll have a Bentley Silver Spur [V8], just as fast, just as well made, the same price more or less, and you have 4 seats and a decent sized boot.

[@kraenk12]

Just as fast..keep dreaming.

[@Puzzoozoo]

+kraenk12 True, my bad, still a better car thou.

[@jermaine5073]

porsche was getting under my skin, i can tell!!!

[@FacitOmniaVoluntas.]

That Multipla though

[@SilverSurferrrrrrrr]

Bruh what the fuck is up with that Multipla 😅😅😅

[@roomfactor]

Ferrari of course, just for that sound!!!

[@tedtheturbot]

porsche 200 kilo heavier but 40k cheaper that you can easily use as a daily driver - no brainer take the porsche every time

[@DonLee1980]

+scomberscombrus no, the actual curb weight of the Ferrari is around 1600kg. Ferrari usually give out only the dry weight, without the sat nav, power seats etc, then assume you paid an extra 100k on carbon fiber options. In reality, these 2 cars weight is definitely within 100kg if not less.

[@Jinsun202]

+Honfy Lam Actual kerb weight of the Ferrari is 1,525 kg. Porsche is 1,675 kg.

[@DonLee1980]

Ex Cop lmao. so after you read all what I said, you go to the Ferrari website and just take their number still? The latest road test showed the 488 at nearly 1600kg. Porsche, like other German manufacturers claim curb weight WITH driver in the car.

[@Jinsun202]

+Honfy Lam Kerb weight includes the weight of fluids - Porsche does not include this, Ferrari does. Of course I took the official manufacturer figures! Maybe I should just make them up in my head like you do! "LOL"

[@DonLee1980]

Ex Cop lmao. just because I give out info that you don't know doesn't mean it's "made up" Ferrari first claimed the Laferrari to be 1350kg. Then the actual curb weight is 1585kg. now look that up on google, wiki, anywhere. I guess everyone else in the world just make up numbers. Ferrari is the most honest brand in the world. That's why they don't allow people to test their cars with stop watches or scale weights...

[@mightyjoe3849]

I'll take the 488 GTB all day everyday! What a gorgeous machine!

[@mightyjoe3849]

Well......I drove both since I wrote the above. Both great machines.....for real life. I've changed my mind. I'll take the Porsche instead!

[@coureurdebois]

as much as i like the 911 turbo S the 488 GTB simply beats it in near every way. now with that said i do still prefer the turbo and Porsche name plate over that of the Ferrari

[@oxxXXXMICHAELXXXxxoo]

+justin bouche with the porsche you get more for the money

[@coureurdebois]

+Mhunter Rhunter well thats always the answer, but at the end of the day whatever you choose will be compared to the Ferrari if you like american cars and you want a super car, you would pick the corvette Z06 or viper, if you like german super cars you would go with the R8 or Turbo S, if you like British super cars you would go with the Mclaren 570s or 650s, if you like Japanese super cars you would go NSX or GTR, but no matter which you choose they will always be compared to the Ferrari.

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

+Mhunter Rhunter how often do you get to say that :)

[@ashtonmurch2142]

+Mhunter Rhunter I think if someone is buying these cars they don't give a shit about money lol

[@oldschoolracinggames5729]

+justin bouche youre are not fan of 911. Because real fan would never write such bullshit like Ferrari beats Porsche so0mewhere. BEcause that's not true.

[@fretkoe]

Ferrari all the way! Although Porsches engine may be better they are really not that special. In my city I see a 911 every 5 minutes and I've only seen a few Ferrari's in years. Also Porsche just copy&pastes its designs. They just put a new spoiler on it and a new engine in it and release it as a whole new car where Ferrari actually comes up with new new designs everytime.

[@SeerTrulth]

You should pay more attention to how a car rides, fits and performs than the superficial things you mention here, Second. Can you drive?

[@spartank1337]

488 but only because that porsche is not a gt2.

[@VirusTornado]

+karim kovalenko GT2 literally murders anything that's not a P1, LaFerrari, or 918.

[@MrSonUMad]

+VirusTornado Including the driver.

[@ErwinSchrodinger64]

LOL! The GT-2=widow maker.

[@VirusTornado]

***** GT2RS is actually quicker than a Carrera GT

[@VirusTornado]

***** oh widow maker

[@columbretes19650821]

Always the same excuse .... the 911 can be driven every day.... keep it for you, I will stay with the Ferrari

[@windurst007]

Ferrari nel cuore.. Ferrari forever !!

[@obsedatr6]

Most of us will choose the Ferrari because... :It is a Ferrari, the looks, the feeling of ownig a special car, the drama, the sexyness, the stares of fascination of people around, the Ferrari experience, the history and legacy...Its all that we have wished all our lives!!! But after owning one, after having enough of those looks and expensive bills for literally nothing, and horrible driving experience on the real word with such bad angle views for parking it....After all the ego is gone, the Porsche comes in , and makes you realize...What perfection is, and why less is more !

[@paul77710001]

You have apparently no experience at all with modern Ferrari's.

[@lazowayne]

i drove the 488 two days ago... its a fantastic and beautiful car! anyway... id take the turbo s :) its just a more practical car

[@joshuawakeley217]

+Mister911 cool story bra

[@absolutium]

It's unlikely that if you get the 488 is gonna be your only car.

[@Dgannt]

+Mister911 So you take practical over beauty and excitement? In a supercar? Btw, the boot of that 488 is bigger than 911T boot. And a harsh ride is not exactly what you want in a "practical" car.

[@lazowayne]

+Fast Er its my opinion. i own a 911 (997) and i can use it for almost everything. i dont think you can use the 488 every day. or... i dont think i WOULD use it every day. to be honest, the rarri is the better looking car but thats it.

[@keonmartin5656]

+Mister911 whats ur job because i would love to afford a supercar

[@JoJoJoker]

The 911 will also depreciate and Ferrari won't sell just *anyone* a 488.

[@willywillywillywillywilly]

Who are you kidding - yes they will. It's not even a V12 car let alone a special edition.

[@longtailgt]

+Abe From an The 911 will depreciate but so will the 488.

[@JoJoJoker]

+Willy Lamb my boss was considering a 458, they said he had to get something like an FF or California first. He got a 650S. That's why you see used Ferraris for more than new ones.

[@DonLee1980]

+Abe From an I see 458s for half of their list price from a few years back.

[@willywillywillywillywilly]

+Abe From an It's a brand new model. Give it a year, come on... I'm not saying Ferrari aren't dicks, but when a new model comes out of course repeat customers get preference.

[@abidmalik3345]

TURBO S!!

[@busalove2013]

There's only been four Ferraris that I've ever liked. 1. Ferrari Enzo 2. Ferrari F40. 3. Ferrari F50 and lastly the laferrari. All the rest I'll pass on.

[@fredhassenDogtraining]

FYI- The 'boot' of the 488 is almost twice as big as the Turbo S. You definitely got that wrong. I have a 458 and a Turbo S and EVEN the 458's boot is almost twice as big as the Turbo S. It's just a long standing wives tale.

[@aliszemoniquemarella9559]

REview was disappointing indeed. Toomuch dialogue, less show of the car, no drag-rage, no side by side driving and show of dynamics, etc. It really was disappointing.

[@sexyitalian891]

Doubt they had a choice considering it was Ferrari. They don't like journalists testing their new cars, and when they do its a car of Ferraris choice in almost perfect conditions. If they violate this Ferrari will no longer let them drive their press cars for review.

[@einseinseinseins]

Let's wait for the GT2 RS: Turbocharged, aero-kit, RWD, lightweight

[@alfisti93]

+eins Yeah, lets wait. Because it'll struggle against the future 488 "speciale". (or whatever Ferrari is going to call their hardcore 488 GTB version after f355 edition fiorano, f360 challenge stradale, f430 scuderia and 458 speciale...)

[@kraenk12]

Just like it "struggles" against the normal 488. Just for your info..it's the faster car already.

[@alfisti93]

kraenk12 Oh really? If "faster" in your world actually means slower, then yes. In any other case: No. 488 GTB top speed: 206mph 1/4 mile: 10.3 secounds 0-100mph 6.1 secounds 0-200km/h 8.3 secounds 0-300km/h 25.6 secounds turbo s top speed: 204mph 1/4 mile 10.5 secounds 0-100mph 6.5 secounds 0-200km/h 9.4 secounds 0-300km/h 30.2 secounds At higher speed the Ferrari leaves the awd beetle for dead. Just for your info.

[@absolutium]

+alfisti93 Excellent post!

[@alfisti93]

In Aere Edificare Sarcasm? I like ;)

[@Lostsage01]

I never realized Ferrari seats could be moved that close to the steering wheel 😆

[@medaminemajid4801]

Im with Steve the porsche is Just Windows maker it's has the power to pull the univers

[@CockatooDude]

I absolutely love the way Ferrari does it's air vents. If you look at the dash, there is the main vent looking towards the driver from the center, but as the line continues into the dash, they didn't simply connect it, they made it into another air vent! How clever is that!?

[@fun364]

it's sad that they couldn't REALLY compare them...most likely a stipulation made by Ferrari, smh.

[@DrPittenstein]

Ferrari please. Or a GT3RS. Or a GT-R. The 911 Turbo is way down the list for me. The Turbo was a proper badass car up until the 996. That limp wristed blue doesn't help but the Turbo has now become the car that proves that speed isn't everything.

[@shivanshtiwari7052]

I will take ferrari

[@hipogresia5908]

Ferrari 488 GTB 0-250 km 12'9 seconds - Porsche 911 Turbo S 0-250 km 15'7 seconds 😱

[@daveschozer6166]

911 Turbo S, is KING

[@appelpower1]

Why are all these people here arguing for their favourite of the two? People who prefer the Porsche will never be convinced into preferring the Ferrari instead, and vice versa.

[@adrianlee2357]

I'll take the Porsche thanks.

[@mattrussell250]

+Auto Express I live in Eastbourne and feel that I should apologise for the state of that road on behalf of the town. It makes for a truly bone shaking ride (which is a shame, as it's surrounded by stunning scenery)!

[@speedyferrari]

Forza Ferrari

[@OLIBLACK9009]

I`ve enjoyed every sec of this video, great job guys.! thank you!!

[@MarcSob22]

amazing cars!!but i prefer the 488!!

[@clairebannister4749]

Agreed Steve - and it's not such a show off - if you had it in a grey it would beautifully discreet. A great car to hop in and drive to the south of france in on a whim.

[@SmallBlogV8]

The 488 doesn't sound that good. It's quieter and lower than the 458 and only makes one noise. Certainly no opera singer (a terrible cliché anyway)... Also, why has the UK motoring press collectively started quoting torque in Newton Metres (NM) instead of lb/ft? I'm sure they do it in mainland Europe or whatever, but having only heard lb/ft for the last ~15 years, I have no barometer for how much is a lot of NM, especially as it doesn't relate to horsepower as closely.

[@johnjackson12]

+Mikeado66 750nm equates to 553lb/ft, which is an insane amount of torque! For a rough calculation in your head you want to knock off around 25% of what the nm torque is. And i agree the 488 doesnt sound that great IMO. I know it will be massively faster than the 458 but speed isnt everything, sometimes its the drama and noise of how it gets there which counts

[@user-cr5rh9vl4c]

Flat plane crank V8 never sounds good(Na and turbo).

[@penalozaur]

Right on bruh, it's firing order is like a 2xL4, so no sound quality, just brainless (loud) noise. But, being flatplane allows it to have twinscroll turbos and separate the exhaust pulses, lower lag etc. Such effort is expected from a know how monster as Ferrari.

[@MagicAyrtonforever]

I guess I'm just a Porsche guy! Ferrari looks stunning though.

[@Muhlogan]

All of the journalists that drive the new 488 go on and on about how the engine hasnt lost its amazing sound from being turbocharged. Well, I beg to differ. It doesnt sound anywhere near as good as the 458 does. Maybe it just doesnt transfer well to video, but In my opinion, its sounds a bit shitty. Muffled, muted. Like its shouting at you through a towel. Where as the 458 shouts in your ear, through a megaphone.

[@w-james9277]

They sound allot better in person.