2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 46 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1478 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 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Titan | 356 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |
