1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 242 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Dakota | 356 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 119 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2110 mm |