2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 825 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. 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, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Maranello | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
