1998 Ford Contour vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 392 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Contour | 356 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |