2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (385 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2779 mm |
