2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 928. (238 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 49 kg more than 1981 Porsche 928. 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 (372 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 928. (356 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
