1949 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 705 kg more than 1949 Porsche 356. 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:
| 1949 Porsche 356 | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Porsche | Ferrari |
| Model | 356 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 86 L |
