1965 Ferrari 512 F1 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 855 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 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 F1 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
