1995 Nissan Pulsar vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Pulsar | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pulsar | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
