2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 712 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Coupe | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Coupe | 356 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |