1983 Plymouth Turismo vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 24 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Turismo should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 232 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.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 1959 Porsche 356. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Plymouth Turismo (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Plymouth Turismo | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Turismo | 356 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
