2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1951 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1951 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1951 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1951 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1951 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1951 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1951 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 356 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |