2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Porsche 356. (135 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 361 kg more than 1960 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.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 356 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |