1970 Honda Z vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 810 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 1998 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 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Z | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 78 mm |
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 | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |