1978 Nissan Silvia vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 28 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 390 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.
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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Silvia | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Silvia | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |