1985 Ford Fairlane vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1985 Ford Fairlane is newer by 29 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Fairlane (137 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 778 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, 1985 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Fairlane | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fairlane | 356 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2110 mm |
