1998 Nissan Skyline vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Nissan Skyline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 221 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 1995 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 1995 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Skyline | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Skyline | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
