1971 GAZ 24 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1971 GAZ 24 is newer by 13 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 2,111 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
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, 1971 GAZ 24 (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 GAZ 24 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | 24 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |
