1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | 1300 | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3598 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |