1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 43 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1956 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.
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1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 356 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |