1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 452 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 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Commodore | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | 356 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 1310 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |