1997 Honda Legend vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 38 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 832 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, 1997 Honda 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Legend | 356 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
