1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1961 Porsche 356
To start off, 1961 Porsche 356 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Porsche 356. (135 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1961 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 810 kg more than 1961 Porsche 356. 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.
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1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1961 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 356 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 52 L |