1954 Porsche 356 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 58 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1622 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 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1954 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1954 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 356 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 140 L |
