1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 780 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 356 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
