1965 Porsche 912 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 483 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Porsche 912 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Porsche 912. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Porsche 912 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 912 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
