1991 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 300 ZX | 993 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
