1954 Porsche 356 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 56 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 518 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 356 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
