1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 54 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1091 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 2013 Dodge CHARGER has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 356 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
