2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 810 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
