1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel is newer by 18 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Laurel | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Laurel | 356 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |