2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 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 69 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 350Z | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | 968 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
