2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1671 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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.
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2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | LR3 | 356 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |