1974 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Fairlady | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Fairlady | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |