1971 Honda Z vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Z | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Z | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 355 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 76.4 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 | 510 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
