2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine is newer by 43 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 2535 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.
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, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 2002 Bentley State Limousine has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley State Limousine will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Bentley | Porsche |
| Model | State Limousine | 356 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |
