1954 Porsche 356 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 58 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1871 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356. 2012 Ford Expedition 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. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 356 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 127 L |
