1995 Porsche 928 vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1971 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1971 Datsun 240Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 928 | 1971 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Porsche | Datsun |
| Model | 928 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5395 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 151 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2300 mm |
