1969 Ford Ranchero vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1969 Ford Ranchero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 710 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Ranchero | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranchero | 356 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 52 L |
