2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 47 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 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 223 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 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 356 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 52 L |
