1955 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 55 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 690 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 356 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
