1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 12 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Porsche 356 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Porsche |
| Model | GT | 356 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2110 mm |
