1956 Porsche 550 A vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1956 Porsche 550 A is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 349 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A.
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 550 A | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Porsche | Triumph |
| Model | 550 A | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2110 mm |
