1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 37 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Porsche 356. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 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 |
