1956 Porsche 356 vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 720 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 356 | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 356 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 7729 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 57 L |
