1992 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Legend | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Legend | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
