1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 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 440 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911.
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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | R 390 GT1 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3493 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 637 Nm | 158 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |