1957 Porsche 356 vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 795 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.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2320 mm |
