2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 46 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 900 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. 2003 Pontiac GTO 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. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac GTO | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | GTO | 356 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
