1954 Porsche 356 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 54 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 356 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
