1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Swift 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Swift. 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, 1999 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 356 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2270 mm |
