1993 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan 300 ZX | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 300 ZX | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |