1964 Porsche 904 vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1229 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904. 2012 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1964 Porsche 904 has manual transmission. 1964 Porsche 904 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 904 | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 904 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
