2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 639 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
