1995 Nissan Presea vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1995 Nissan Presea is newer by 40 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Presea (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Presea weights approximately 330 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 1955 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 1955 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea, 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.
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1995 Nissan Presea | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Presea | 356 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |