2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Leopard. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1982 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
