2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1421 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
