1954 Ferrari 250 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 250. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250. 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:
| 1954 Ferrari 250 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 76 L |
