2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 45 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 642 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Frontier | 356 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
