1963 Ferrari 156 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 156. (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 933 kg more than 1963 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:
| 1963 Ferrari 156 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 156 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 870 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 67 L |
