1991 Acura NSX vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Acura NSX weights approximately 224 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 930 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |