2001 Lada Samara II vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II is newer by 42 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Samara II weights approximately 132 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
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, 2001 Lada Samara II, 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Samara II | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Samara II | 356 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2110 mm |