2004 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 720 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.
Because 1956 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
