1974 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 432 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
