1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356.
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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Porsche 356. (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Italdesign Nazca | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Italdesign | Porsche |
Model | Nazca | 356 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |