1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 480 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 70 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |
