1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 729 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Porsche 356 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 356 | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |