1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 624 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
