1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 34 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 520 kg more 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, 1988 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1954 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1954 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2240 mm |
