2005 Porsche 996 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1963 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 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 996 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
