1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F355 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 133 Nm |
| 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 | 1350 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
