2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1964 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 911. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 505 kg more than 1964 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 911. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1964 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Frontier | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
