1956 Porsche 550 A vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A. 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. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1956 Porsche 550 A has manual transmission. 1956 Porsche 550 A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 550 A | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 550 A | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2900 mm |
