2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,489 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 615 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1679 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
