2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 753 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Terrano | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
