2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 872 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 356 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1582 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
