1998 Nissan President vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1998 Nissan President is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan President | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | President | 356 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2110 mm |
