1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 650 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 GTE | 356 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 52 L |
