1957 Ferrari 246 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 246. (277 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 246. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 246. 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:
| 1957 Ferrari 246 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 246 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2355 mm |
