1978 Nissan Silvia vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Silvia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
