1955 Porsche 356 vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 47 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 760 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, 2002 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 170 Nm |
| 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
