1955 Porsche 356 vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1995 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 40 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 400 kg more than 1955 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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Porsche | Venturi |
| Model | 356 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
