1955 Fiat V8 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. 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:
| 1955 Fiat V8 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | V8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
