1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura EL weights approximately 2 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | 911 | EL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2619 mm |
