1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 598 kg more than 1956 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, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Rally Raid | 356 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2110 mm |
