2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 911. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 303 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (359 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 911. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan 350Z | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 350Z | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |