1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1956 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1983 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 445 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A.
Because 1956 Porsche 550 A is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Porsche 550 A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1983 Plymouth Turismo | 1956 Porsche 550 A | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Turismo | 550 A |
Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |