1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 51 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1382 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 1959 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 356 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
