2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche Boxster 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 (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 247 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
