2004 Nissan Maxima vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Nissan Maxima is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 480 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911. 2004 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1974 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1974 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Nissan Maxima | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Maxima | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |