1965 Ferrari 512 F1 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. 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:
| 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 512 F1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 700 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
