1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Porsche 356 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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 500 Testarossa | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 356 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
