1999 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1957 Porsche 356

To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 395 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 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 1957 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Pontiac Sunfire 1957 Porsche 356
Make Pontiac Porsche
Model Sunfire 356
Year Released 1999 1957
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2201 cc 1582 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 805 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 52 L


 

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