2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 931 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1956 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. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 1956 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1956 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | V Sixteen | 356 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2110 mm |
