1979 Datsun 280 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1979 Datsun 280 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,751 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Datsun 280. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun 280 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
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, 1979 Datsun 280 (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun 280 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Datsun | Porsche |
| Model | 280 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2751 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
