1993 Nissan Maxima vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Maxima. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Maxima. (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Maxima | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Maxima | 968 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
