1995 Porsche 968 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 247 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 968 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 968 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
