1954 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 56 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1143 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356. 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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. 2010 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 356 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
