1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Prelude | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |