2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 350Z | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 350Z | 912 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2220 mm |