2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
