2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan 350Z | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 350Z | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 286 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |