1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1979 Avanti Avanti is newer by 22 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 725 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Avanti Avanti | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Avanti | Porsche |
Model | Avanti | 356 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2110 mm |