1955 Nissan Sports vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1958 Porsche 550 A is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Nissan Sports weights approximately 145 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sports | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1496 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2110 mm |
