1989 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1997 Vector M12
To start off, 1997 Vector M12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vector M12 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1997 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | 1997 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vector |
| Model | 300 ZX | M12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
