1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 332 HP |
| Torque | 854 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
