1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 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:
| 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
