2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sentra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
