1958 Porsche 356 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 690 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Porsche 356 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 356 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3090 mm |
