2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1607 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 Armada (522 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Armada | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2270 mm |
