1994 Acura NSX vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1994 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |