1957 Porsche 550 A vs. 1949 Tatra T87
To start off, 1957 Porsche 550 A is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T87. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T87 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Tatra T87 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T87. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T87. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Tatra T87 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1957 Porsche 550 A.
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 550 A | 1949 Tatra T87 | |
| Make | Porsche | Tatra |
| Model | 550 A | T87 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2860 mm |
