1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1299 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |