1957 Porsche 356 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1957 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1957 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 356 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 4060 mm |
