1962 Ford Capri vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1962 Ford Capri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Capri weights approximately 158 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
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, 1962 Ford Capri (185 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 1962 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Capri | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Capri | 356 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
