1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1958 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 52 L |
