1970 Honda Z vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 911 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Porsche 911 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 1986 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Z | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |
