1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 262 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Comodoro | 356 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
