1992 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Acura NSX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Acura NSX | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |