1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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 32 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 996. (318 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 996.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Italdesign Nazca | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Italdesign | Porsche |
Model | Nazca | 996 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |