1962 Ferrari 156 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 156 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 156. (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 156. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 156 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 156 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 870 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 67 L |
