1963 Honda S500 vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Honda S500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,131 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Honda S500 (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Honda S500 should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Porsche 356 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1963 Honda S500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | S500 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
