2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 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 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 968 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
