1963 Ferrari 156 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 156 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 156. (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 156.
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. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 156 has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 156 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 156 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 64 L |
