1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 810 kg more than 1955 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 400 Superamerica | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 356 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 79 L |
