1957 Ferrari 255 S vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 1970 Porsche 914 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Porsche 914 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 255 S.
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 255 S | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 255 S | 914 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2715 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 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 | 850 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 61 L |
