1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1982 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Telstar weights approximately 192 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 1982 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1982 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 356 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2520 mm |
