1996 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
