1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 332 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 968 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |
