1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
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, 1995 Porsche 911 (909 Nm) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 356 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 909 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2410 mm |
