2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1606 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | LR3 | 356 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 121 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 52 L |