1988 Nissan Silvia vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1988 Nissan Silvia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Silvia | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Silvia | 356 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
