1959 Porsche 356 vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 452 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 356 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
