1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 637 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 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 356 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |
