2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | ST 460 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
