1986 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Porsche 928 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 928 | Z |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |