1996 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | 944 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
