1957 Porsche 356 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 48 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 89 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Because 1957 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
