1955 Porsche 356 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 655 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Porsche 356 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 356 | 911 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |