2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1952 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1952 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1952 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |
