1948 Ferrari 166 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1948 Ferrari 166. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1948 Ferrari 166. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ferrari 166 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 166 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1425 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
