2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 47 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1452 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 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
