1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 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 1995 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 911 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 911 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |