1955 Porsche 356 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 42 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356.
Because 1955 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
