2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 747 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.
2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1958 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1958 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
