2000 Nissan Xterra vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 725 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Xterra | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Xterra | 356 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
