1954 Ferrari 375 America 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 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America.
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 375 America | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 375 America | 911 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4523 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
