1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1954 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:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 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 | 1495 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
