1950 Ferrari 195 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 Porsche 356 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 195. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 195 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 195 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ferrari 195 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
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:
1950 Ferrari 195 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 195 | 356 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 835 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |