1968 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 42 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 251 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Porsche 911 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Porsche 911 | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 911 | Cube |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |