1999 Nissan R 391 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 391 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1999 Nissan R 391. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan R 391.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan R 391. (359 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan R 391. 1999 Nissan R 391 has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan R 391 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan R 391 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | R 391 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
