1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 702 kg more than 1959 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Avanti | Porsche |
Model | Avanti | 356 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2110 mm |