1957 Ferrari 801 F1 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1972 Porsche 914 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 (271 HP @ 8400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1.
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 801 F1 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 801 F1 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 654 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
