2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 350Z | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 350Z | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.4 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |