1996 Nissan Terrano vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 37 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1012 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 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Terrano | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Terrano | 356 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
