1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 46 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 690 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 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 356 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
