1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 28 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi Coupe weights approximately 142 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, 1987 Audi Coupe, 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 356 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2110 mm |
