1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1964 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 34 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 754 kg more than 1964 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1964 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 355 Spider | 356 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |
