2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 595 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1957 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1957 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
