1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1983 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1983 Toyota Cressida is newer by 24 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 1,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 315 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Porsche 356 | 1983 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 356 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2650 mm |