1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 31 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 356 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2110 mm |
