1965 Ferrari 512 F1 vs. 1964 Porsche 356
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Porsche 356 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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:
| 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | 1964 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 F1 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
