2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 485 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
