1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 662 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 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Porsche 356 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | 356 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2620 mm |