1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 492 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, 1999 Ford Cougar, 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Cougar | 356 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |