1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
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 Versa, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2339 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
