2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1957 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. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1957 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1957 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 612 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 612 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
