1955 Porsche 356 vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 445 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, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Porsche | Venturi |
| Model | 356 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
