2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 51 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 965 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (531 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Lumina | 356 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
