2005 Ford Bantam vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 49 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 178 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356.
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, 2005 Ford Bantam, 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, 2005 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Bantam | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 858 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
