1954 Ferrari 250 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 250. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 250 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
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:
| 1954 Ferrari 250 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
