1995 Acura Legend vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 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 1954 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1954 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1954 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | Legend | 356 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
