1952 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S3 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Porsche 356 | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 356 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
