2008 Nissan Primera vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 121 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Primera | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
