1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 525 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sports | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2420 mm |
