1954 Porsche 356 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 53 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1122 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 356 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
