1991 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 911. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 425 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan 300 ZX | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 300 ZX | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 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 Weight | 1585 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |