1981 Porsche 928 vs. 1972 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1981 Porsche 928 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1972 Datsun 240Z. 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 928 | 1972 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Porsche | Datsun |
| Model | 928 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2300 mm |
