1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 400 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. 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.
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1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 GT | 356 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |