2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 960 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356.
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.
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2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | KS 360 Modena | 356 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |