2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 356 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
