1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Serena | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
