2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (210 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 980 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
