1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
