1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 Ford Scorpio is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 397 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, 1990 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Scorpio | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Scorpio | 356 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |