1955 Porsche 356 vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
