1963 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 4 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 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Plymouth Valiant (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Plymouth Valiant | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Valiant | 356 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2110 mm |
