1954 Ferrari 553 F1 vs. 1966 Porsche 904
To start off, 1966 Porsche 904 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Porsche 904 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1.
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 553 F1 | 1966 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 553 F1 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2310 mm |
