1991 Porsche 965 vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1952 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 965 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |
