1960 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1977 Porsche 930 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 930 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 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:
| 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 256 F1 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
