2000 Ford Contour vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 638 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Contour | 356 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |