2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1959 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 356 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |