1965 Honda F1 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1965 Honda F1 is newer by 7 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda F1 (217 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda F1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Porsche 356 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1965 Honda F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda F1 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | F1 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
