1996 Honda NSX vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda NSX weights approximately 58 kg more than 1988 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 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda NSX | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | 944 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |