1954 Porsche 356 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 57 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1674 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 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Porsche | Land Rover |
| Model | 356 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2743 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
