2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan 350Z | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 350Z | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |