1957 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 53 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 356 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3340 mm |
