1981 Porsche 928 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1981 Porsche 928 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1956 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 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 928 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 928 | 356 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 356 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |