2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 2001 Nissan Pickup is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 655 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Pickup | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pickup | 356 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2110 mm |
