1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 75 L |
