1964 Ford Cortina vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 1964 Ford Cortina is newer by 15 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Cortina (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Porsche 356 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1964 Ford Cortina.
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:
| 1964 Ford Cortina | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Cortina | 356 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 79 L |
