2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 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 4 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 275 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan 350Z | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 350Z | 930 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3299 cc |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |