1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1975 Porsche 924 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 924 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1954 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, 1975 Porsche 924 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 356 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
