2006 Audi Allroad vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 960 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Allroad | 356 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
