1957 Porsche 356 vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 52 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1050 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. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1957 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1957 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 356 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2920 mm |
