1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 405 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | 911 | CL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
