1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 35 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 332 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, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 306 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
