1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 667 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 356 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |