1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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.
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1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | A 109 | 356 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2110 mm |