1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300

To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300.

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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Porsche 928 2012 Nissan NP300
Make Porsche Nissan
Model 928 NP300
Year Released 1990 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4664 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 306 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 75 L


 

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