1983 Porsche 930 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1983 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 500 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Porsche 930 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | 930 | TL |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
