2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 804 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan GT-R | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | GT-R | Sports |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2160 mm |
