1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 745 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 5998 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3010 mm |
