2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356.
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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1958 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1958 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Titan | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Titan | 356 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |