1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2685 mm |
