2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 46 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 832 kg more than 1956 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 356 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 52 L |
