1995 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |