1957 Porsche 356 vs. 1987 TVR S
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR S (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR S should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR S weights approximately 45 kg more than 1957 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, 1987 TVR S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 TVR S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 1987 TVR S | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 356 | S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 54 L |
