1992 Acura NSX vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Acura NSX. (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Acura NSX. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 759 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |