2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 965 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
