1978 Nissan Silvia vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Silvia | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Silvia | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 328 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 351 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |