1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 750 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Nissan Sports | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Sports | 911 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 859 cc | 3818 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2360 mm |