1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Porsche 356 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 356 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |