1984 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 670 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 300 ZX | 356 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
