1987 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 76 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
Because 1987 Porsche 928 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 1987 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 928 | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 928 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
