1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1972 Porsche 911

To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911.

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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Italdesign Nazca 1972 Porsche 911
Make Italdesign Porsche
Model Nazca 911
Year Released 1991 1972
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 4988 cc 2341 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Top Speed 297 km/hour 206 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2270 mm


 

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