1950 Ferrari 195 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 195. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 195. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 195. 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:
| 1950 Ferrari 195 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 195 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1210 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
