1993 Honda NSX vs. 1968 Porsche 906
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 906. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 906. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 753 kg more than 1968 Porsche 906. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 1968 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | 906 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
