1956 Porsche 356 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP) has 376 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 543 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Porsche 356 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 356 | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 435 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |