1973 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura EL weights approximately 179 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Because 1973 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 1973 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | 911 | EL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 900 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2619 mm |
