2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan 350Z | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 350Z | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |