1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial. (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial. 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 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 500 Mondial | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
