1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1978 Volvo 164
To start off, 1978 Volvo 164 is newer by 24 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356.
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, 1978 Volvo 164 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 1978 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 356 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3350 mm |
