1997 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Maxima | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2355 mm |