1990 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. 1999 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan 300 ZX | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 300 ZX | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |