1954 Porsche 356 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 615 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 356 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 89 L |
