2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Porsche 928.
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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5395 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
