1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 224 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Porsche 944 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 944 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |