1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 965. (317 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 85 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 400 R | 965 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
