1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2011 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2011 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2011 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Proton |
| Model | 356 | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2610 mm |
