1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 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 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 975 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.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1958 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1958 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | 356 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |
