2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 52 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 667 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | F430 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 52 L |
