1949 Mercury Roadster vs. 1961 Porsche 356
To start off, 1961 Porsche 356 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercury Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercury Roadster would be higher. At 3,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Mercury Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Mercury Roadster (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Mercury Roadster should accelerate faster than 1961 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercury Roadster weights approximately 695 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Mercury Roadster | 1961 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Roadster | 356 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2130 mm |
