2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 350 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.
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.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 356 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |