1958 Porsche 356 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 50 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 996 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Porsche 356 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 356 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
