1953 Porsche 1300 vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Porsche 1300 | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 1300 | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2280 mm |