1955 Porsche 356 vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 1996 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, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
