2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 48 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 985 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 612 | 356 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 121 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 52 L |