2005 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 597 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356.
Because 1958 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 1958 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, 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 Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 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 | 1452 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
