2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1955 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1955 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Pilot | 356 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 52 L |
