1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1972 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Datsun 240Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1972 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Porsche | Datsun |
| Model | 911 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
