1955 Porsche 356 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 640 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Porsche 356 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 356 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
