1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 48 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 692 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.
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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Porsche 356 | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 356 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |