1976 Nissan Skyline vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1976 Nissan Skyline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 68 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Skyline | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Skyline | 911 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
