1974 Datsun 260Z vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1974 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Datsun 260Z. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Datsun 260Z | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Datsun | Porsche |
| Model | 260Z | 993 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2581 mm | 2280 mm |
