2000 Porsche 911 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche 911 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 70 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2110 mm |
