2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (185 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 936 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Silhouette | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
