1994 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |