1999 Nissan Z vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1999 Nissan Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Z. (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Z.
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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Z | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Z | 968 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
