1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356.
Because 1963 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 1963 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000, 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 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Pontiac 6000 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | 6000 | 356 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |