1995 Lamborghini Cala vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Cala weights approximately 510 kg more than 1949 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.
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1995 Lamborghini Cala | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Cala | 356 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |