2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1956 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 356 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
