1994 Porsche 928 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 928 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 928 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
