2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 41 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 962 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, 2000 Dodge Caravan, 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, 2000 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Caravan | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2110 mm |
