1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 715 kg more than 1957 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 512 TR | 356 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1496 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2110 mm |