1973 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |