1989 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend, 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Legend | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
