1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 827 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 356 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
