1955 Porsche 356 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1364 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 356 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| 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 | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |
