1994 Porsche 965 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 965 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 1994 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Porsche 965 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 965 | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |