1990 Honda NSX vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | 996 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
