1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1955 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1955 Porsche 550 A is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial weights approximately 130 kg more than 1955 Porsche 550 A. 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:
| 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial | 1955 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 500 Mondial | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 605 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
