2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 365 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fusion | 356 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
