1955 Porsche 356 vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi 400 weights approximately 392 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Porsche | Venturi |
| Model | 356 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
