2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 564 kg more than 1977 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 930. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 350Z | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 350Z | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |