1993 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Maxima. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Maxima. (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Maxima | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2451 mm |
