2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1699 kg more than 1958 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1958 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1958 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |
