2005 Nissan Almera vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan Almera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,339 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Almera weights approximately 428 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Almera (248 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Almera | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Almera | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |