Compare the2023 Porsche 911VS 2023 Nissan GT-R

Safety
Warranty
Reliability
Engine
Fuel Economy and Range
Transmission
Brakes and Stopping
Tires and Wheels
Suspension and Handling
Chassis
Cargo Capacity
Servicing Ease
Ergonomics
Model Availability
Recommendations

Safety

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The 911 (except GT3) has standard Warn and Brake Assist, which use forward mounted sensors to warn the driver of a possible collision ahead. If the driver doesn’t react and the system determines a collision is imminent, it automatically applies the brakes at full-force in order to reduce the force of the crash or avoid it altogether. The GT-R doesn't offer collision warning or crash mitigation brakes.

A passive infrared night vision system optional on the 911 helps the driver to more easily detect people, animals or other objects in front of the vehicle at night. Using an infrared camera to detect heat, the system then displays the image on a monitor in the dashboard. The GT-R doesn’t offer a night vision system.

The 911’s optional lane departure warning system alerts a temporarily inattentive driver when the vehicle begins to leave its lane and gently nudges the vehicle back towards its lane. The GT-R doesn’t offer a lane departure warning system.

The 911 offers an optional Surround View to allow the driver to see objects all around the vehicle on a screen. The GT-R only offers a rear monitor and front and rear parking sensors that beep or flash a light. That doesn’t help with obstacles to the sides.

The 911’s optional blind spot warning system uses sensors to alert the driver to objects in the vehicle’s blind spots where the side view mirrors don’t reveal them. The GT-R doesn’t offer a system to reveal objects in the driver’s blind spots.

To help make backing out of a parking space safer, the 911’s optional rear cross-path warning system uses sensors in the rear bumper to alert the driver to vehicles approaching from the side, helping the driver avoid collisions. The GT-R doesn’t offer a cross-path warning system.

Both the 911 and the GT-R have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights, rearview cameras and available all wheel drive.

Warranty

The 911 comes with a full 4-year/50,000-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes 24-hour roadside assistance. The GT-R’s 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty expires 1 year or 14,000 miles sooner.

The 911’s corrosion warranty is 7 years longer than the GT-R’s (12 vs. 5 years).

Reliability

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2022 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the long-term dependability statistics that show that Porsche vehicles are more reliable than Nissan vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Porsche above average in long-term dependability. With 30 more problems per 100 vehicles in the first three years of ownership, Nissan is rated below average.

Engine

The 911 Turbo S’ 3.7 turbo 6-cylinder produces 40 more horsepower (640 vs. 600) and 109 lbs.-ft. more torque (590 vs. 481) than the GT-R NISMO’s optional 3.8 turbo V6.

As tested in Motor Trend the Porsche 911 is faster than the GT-R NISMO (automatics tested):

	911 GTS/Dakar	911 GT3	GT-R
Zero to 60 MPH	2.8 sec	2.7 sec	2.9 sec
Quarter Mile	10.9 sec	10.8 sec	11 sec

As tested in Motor Trend the 911 GT3 4.0 DOHC 6-cylinder is faster than the Nissan GT-R (base engine) (automatics tested):

	911	GT-R
Zero to 60 MPH	2.7 sec	2.9 sec
Quarter Mile	10.8 sec	11.2 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	127.9 MPH	123.4 MPH

As tested in Motor Trend the 911 GT3 4.0 DOHC 6-cylinder is faster than the Nissan GT-R (565 HP engine) (automatics tested):

	911	GT-R
Zero to 60 MPH	2.7 sec	2.9 sec
Quarter Mile	10.8 sec	11.2 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	127.9 MPH	123.4 MPH

The flat cylinder configuration of the boxer engine in the 911 lowers its center of gravity, enhancing handling stability. The GT-R doesn’t offer a boxer engine configuration.

Fuel Economy and Range

On the EPA test cycle the 911 Coupe gets better mileage than the GT-R:

			MPG
911 Coupe
RWD	Manual	3.0 turbo flat-6	17 city/24 hwy
		S 3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/25 hwy
	Auto	S 3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/23 hwy
		GTS/Dakar 3.0 turbo flat-6	17 city/23 hwy
		3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/24 hwy
AWD	Manual	GTS/Dakar 3.0 turbo flat-6	17 city/23 hwy
		S 3.0 turbo flat-6	17 city/25 hwy
	Auto	S 3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/23 hwy
		3.0 turbo flat-6	17 city/23 hwy
		3.0 turbo flat-6	18 city/24 hwy
GT-R
AWD	Auto	3.8 turbo V6	16 city/22 hwy

In heavy traffic or at stoplights the 911’s engine automatically turns off when the vehicle is stopped, saving fuel and reducing pollution. The engine is automatically restarted when the driver gets ready to move again. If the conditions warrant or the driver wishes, the system can be manually disabled at any time for the duration of a trip. The GT-R doesn’t offer an automatic engine start/stop system.

The 911’s optional fuel tank has 4.2 gallons more fuel capacity than the GT-R (23.7 vs. 19.5 gallons).

Transmission

An eight-speed automatic (SMG) is standard on the Porsche 911, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only a six-speed automatic is available for the GT-R.

Brakes and Stopping

For better stopping power the 911 Turbo S/Sport Classic’s front brake rotors are larger than those on the GT-R:

	911 Turbo S/Sport Classic	GT-R	GT-R NISMO
Front Rotors	16.5 inches	15.35 inches	16.14 inches
Rear Rotors	15.4 inches	15 inches	15.35 inches

The 911 stops much shorter than the GT-R:

	911	GT-R
60 to 0 MPH	93 feet	104 feet	Motor Trend

Tires and Wheels

For better traction and acceleration, the 911 has larger standard rear tires than the GT-R (295/35R20 vs. 285/35R20). The 911 Turbo S/GT3/Sport Classic’s rear tires are larger than the largest rear tires available on the GT-R (315/30R21 vs. 285/35R20).

The 911’s optional 245/35R20 front and 305/30R21 rear tires provide better handling because they have a lower 35 series front and 30 series rear profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the GT-R’s 40 series front and 35 series rear tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the 911 offers optional 21-inch rear wheels. The GT-R’s largest wheels are only 20-inches.

Suspension and Handling

The 911 (except Base/GT3) offers active sway bars, which help keep it flat and controlled during cornering, but disconnect at lower speeds to smooth the ride and offer greater off-road suspension articulation. This helps keep the tires glued to the road on-road and off. The GT-R doesn’t offer an active sway bar system.

The 911 GT3 handles at 1.15 G’s, while the GT-R Premium pulls only .98 G’s of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The 911 GT3 executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 1.3 seconds quicker than the GT-R Premium (22.3 seconds @ .95 average G’s vs. 23.6 seconds @ .79 average G’s).

For better maneuverability, the 911 GT3’s turning circle is 3.3 feet tighter than the GT-R NISMO’s (34.1 feet vs. 37.4 feet).

Chassis

The Porsche 911 may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 150 to 750 pounds less than the Nissan GT-R.

The 911 is 6.7 inches shorter than the GT-R Premium, making the 911 easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

The front grille of the 911 uses electronically controlled shutters to close off airflow and reduce drag when less engine cooling is needed. This helps improve highway fuel economy. The GT-R doesn’t offer active grille shutters.

Cargo Capacity

The 911’s standard rear seats fold to accommodate long and bulky cargo. The GT-R doesn’t offer folding rear seats.

Servicing Ease

The 911 uses gas struts to support the hood for easier service access. The GT-R uses a prop rod to support its heavy hood. It takes two hands to open the hood and set the prop rod, the prop rod gets in the way during maintenance and service, and the prop rod could be knocked out, causing the heavy hood to fall on the person maintaining or servicing the car.

J.D. Power and Associates surveys of service recipients show that Porsche service is better than Nissan. J.D. Power ranks Porsche third in service department satisfaction. With a 30% lower rating, Nissan is ranked 18th.

Ergonomics

When three different drivers share the 911, the optional memory system makes it convenient for all three. Each keyless remote activates different, customized memories for the driver’s seat position, steering wheel position, outside mirror angle and climate settings. The GT-R doesn’t offer a memory system.

The 911’s optional easy entry system raises the steering wheel and glides the driver’s seat back when the door is unlocked or the ignition is switched off, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. The GT-R doesn’t offer an easy entry system.

The 911’s power parking brake sets with one touch and releases with one touch. The GT-R has a lever-type parking brake that has to be strenuously raised to engage properly. It has to be lifted up more and a button depressed to release it.

The 911’s rain-sensitive wipers adjust their speed and turn on and off automatically based on the amount of rainfall on the windshield. This allows the driver to concentrate on driving without constantly adjusting the wipers. The GT-R’s intermittent wipers change speed with vehicle speed, but can’t turn on and off or change speed based on changing rainfall.

To improve rear visibility by keeping the rear window clear, the 911 (except Cabriolet/GT3) offers an optional rear wiper. The GT-R doesn’t offer a rear wiper.

While driving with high beams on, sensitive light sensors available for the 911 detect other vehicles which could be blinded and automatically switch to low beams. The GT-R doesn’t offer automatic dimming high beams.

To help drivers see further while navigating curves, the 911 offers optional adaptive headlights to illuminate around corners automatically by reading vehicle speed and steering wheel angle. The GT-R doesn’t offer cornering lights.

The 911’s power mirror controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The GT-R’s power mirror controls are on the dash where they are possibly hidden by the steering wheel and are awkward to manipulate.

When the 911 is put in reverse, the passenger rearview mirror tilts from its original position. This gives the driver a better view of the curb during parallel parking maneuvers. Shifting out of reverse puts the mirror into its original position. The GT-R’s mirror doesn’t automatically adjust for backing.

The 911’s standard rear and side view mirrors have an automatic dimming feature. These mirrors can be set to automatically darken quickly when headlights shine on them, keeping following vehicles from blinding or distracting the driver. The GT-R has an automatic rear view mirror, but its side mirrors don’t dim.

Optional air-conditioned seats in the 911 keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in Summer. The GT-R doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

On extremely cold winter days, the 911’s optional heated steering wheel provides comfort, allowing the driver to steer safely and comfortably before the car heater warms up. The GT-R doesn’t offer a heated steering wheel.

To keep a safe, consistent following distance, the 911 (except Manual) offers an optional Adaptive Cruise Control, which alters the speed of the vehicle without driver intervention. This allows the driver to use cruise control more safely without constantly having to disengage it when approaching slower traffic. The GT-R doesn’t offer an adaptive cruise control.

The 911 (except Manual/GT3)’s optional Active Parking Support can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, starting, stopping and changing direction automatically. Remote ParkAssist will park and retrieve your car remotely: press a button and watch it park itself. This is ideal for tight locations. The GT-R doesn’t offer an automated parking system.

Model Availability

The Porsche 911 comes in coupe and convertible bodystyles; the Nissan GT-R isn’t available as a convertible.

The 911 is available in both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. The GT-R doesn’t offer a two-wheel drive configuration.

Recommendations

J.D. Power and Associates rated the 911 first among premium sporty cars in owner reported satisfaction. This includes how well the vehicle performs and satisfies its owner’s expectations. The GT-R isn’t in the top three.

The Porsche 911 outsold the Nissan GT-R by over 130 to one during 2022.