1953 Porsche 1300 vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 38 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 940 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.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Porsche 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Porsche 1300 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
