2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 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 140 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 944 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2477 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 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 | 1710 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
