1955 Porsche 356 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 56 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR3 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 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, 2011 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356. 2011 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1955 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1955 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Porsche 356 | 2011 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Porsche | Land Rover |
Model | 356 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |